Penerapan Puasa Intermiten Untuk Menurunkan Kadar Glukosa Darah Pada Pasien Diabetes Melitus

Abstract

The number of patients with degenerative diseases such as Diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasing and affects multiple generations within a family. An increase in cases accompanied by inadequate management of blood glucose levels can pose a significant risk of complications and death. One of the non-pharmacological therapies that can be used to lower blood glucose levels is the application of intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting is a cycle of diet between periods of fasting and eating, while fasting is not allowed to consume liquids that can trigger insulin. The method used is a descriptive method using a nursing process approach with the application of evidence-based practice. Intermittent fasting was carried out for 3 days with a total fasting per day of approximately 16 hours. The results showed a decrease in blood sugar levels to 113 mg/dl which was previously 540 mg/dl. In addition, it is important to conduct education to increase family participation to control blood sugar in family members who experience diabetes mellitus.

Keywords : Nursing Care, Diabetes Mellitus (DM), Intermittent Fasting, Family